Hakeem Nicks Wins Super Bowl With New York Giants

Posted Feb 5, 2012
Former UNC standout Hakeem Nicks posted a game-high 10 catches for 109 yards to help lead New York to a 21-17 victory over New England in Super Bowl XLVI. On the final scoring drive of the game, Nicks had a 14-yard reception to move the Giants to New England's 18-yard line. Two plays later he caught a critical 4-yard pass and fought to get a first down. New York scored the winning touchdown two running plays later. (Tar Heel Blue)

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